Please understand, we truly appreciate the support we have received from our Amazing friends/Customers. Your continued patronage means Everything to us, believe me!
However, it seems we need to review our business model every month or 2, and after looking at sales so far this year, both in the restaurant And wine & spirits shop, we have decided to change our open nights to Thur-Sat starting March 11th.
Sales so far this year are down about 50% from the same period last year, so we need to try to figure out how to boost Take-out, Indoor dining and Wine & Spirits Sales, if we are to keep this ship afloat.
That being said, we are open to your suggestions, comments & input, if you care to drop us a line, Or an order 🙂
We are Not offering new Features this week, as we are sitting on a fair amount of inventory, and need to watch our budget. But there are still some Great Deals below, so check them out.
Please scroll down for Features & updates on stock levels. I am deleting some of the pics (cocktail glasses etc) to make the newsletter a bit less cluttered, but we still have them on display for your viewing & buying pleasure.
We are able top revisit one of the Greatest Hits from last year, since the distributor was able to get their hands on more Basel Cabernet, at a slightly higher price, but still a Great Deal! (The pic is the Cab Franc, but we actually are getting more of the Cabernet Sauvignon, but can’t find the pic :-). This wine is a Wonderful deal at:
$25 by the 6-pk or
$22 by the case
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The Previous Feature is this Beautiful Loire Valley Sauvignon Blanc from Etincelle. Crisps, Dry & Complex, not to mention Quite Affordable! Here is a tasting note, to refresh your memory:
The first time you smelled tropical fruits like kiwi and passionfruit on spring break in the Bahamas
Rich, fruity, opulent and luscious!
Fair warning though, there are only about 8 cases left, so if you want some, order soon!
This wine is a Steal at:
$14 by the 6-pk or
$12 by the case
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Here is a Chardonnay you might just fall in love with, especially at these prices. Here is a review:
The 2018 Chardonnay is a very pretty, nuanced wine that deftly balances textural richness and vibrancy. Lemon peel, orchard fruit, mint and bright floral notes are finely sculpted in this classy, wonderfully polished Chardonnay from Freemark Abbey.
This wine would normally sell for $35-$40, an it’s worth that price, however we can sell it to you for:
$27 by the 6-pk or
$25 by the case
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Zinfandel Anyone? Zins & Petite Sirahs have been some of the Most Popular wines this past year, and we have one to offer, that is not only Delicious, but the price is incredibly Tasty Too!
This wine “Offers a lively beam of crisp acidity, paired with complex and precise blueberry, raspberry, white pepper and licorice flavors that build richness toward a long finish.”
Hartford Russian River Old Vine Zinfandel 2017 is available, while it lasts, for Incredible Savings. Normally selling for between $40 & $50, we got Such a Deal, and can offer it to you for:
$27 by the 6-pk or
$25 by the case
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Please scroll down a bit for previous Feature Wines, spirits & other goodies & gift ideas.
For Feature Wines or Spirits, to input your order, please follow these instructions to make things much easier. Please order a minimum of 3 of any wine, for a total of 6 or 12 bottles..
Hit REPLY but do NOT send until you scroll down and fill out your order, by putting the # of bottles you want below each Feature wine or Spirit.
Then hit send.
For Quarantine Cases, please read details below the Feature options.
That’s just how it works 🙂
This beauty is made from 100% Mendocino County Pinot Noir from Copain. Here is a tasting not from the winemaker:
Our 2018 Tous Ensemble Rosé of Pinot Noir exudes aromatics of pink grapefruit,
strawberries, white peach and freshly plucked rose petals. With a subtle hue of
pale salmon, this rosé produces notes of melon, fresh cherries, lychee and anise.
Fermented and aged entirely in stainless steel tanks, this wine demonstrates
freshness and a long, mouthwatering finish.
This wine normally sells for $25, but with the deal I got, we can sell it to you for:
$17 by the 6-pk or
$15 by the case
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*Limited supply however, so get it while you can at this amazing price!!!
Now here is a Sauvignon Blanc for Sauvignon Blanc Lovers. This is pretty much Brennon Leighton’s Favorite White Varietal, and he does it Right!
Here are a couple reviews:
93 Points, James Suckling
“This is a dense, phenolic white with dried lemon-rind, sliced-apple and honey character. Fullbodied, layered and flavorful. Lots of zesty character. Lots of limey character. 50% fermented
in concrete and some large barrels. Natural yeast. Drink or hold..”
91+ Points, Jeb Dunnuck (formerly of Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate)
“All Sauvignon Blanc brought up in a mix of barrel and concrete, the 2018 Sauvignon Blanc
Vineyard Collection offers a beautiful, steely style that has ample mid-palate richness and
depth. Tart pineapple and citrus notes, plenty of minerality, and a crisp, clean finish make for a
terrific, classic Sauvignon that will evolve for 2-3 years, if not longer.”
This wine sells for $20 at the Winery, but due to a special deal we worked out, you can buy it for:
$16 by the 6-pk or
$14 by the case
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Now for you Cabernet Sauvignon Fans, we have 2 to offer this week. The 1st one is the CS Cab from Stoneridge Vineyard, and here are a couple reviews:
92+ Points, Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate
“Coming from a terrific site on the Wahluke Slope, the 2014 Cabernet Sauvignon Stoneridge
is 100% Cabernet Sauvignon raised all in French oak. Classic Cabernet notes of plum, cassis,
hoisin sauce and graphite all give way to a full- bodied, concentrated red that has an undeniable
chalky minerality on the finish. It’s impressive today, but it will keep for at least a decade.”
93 Points, Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate
“The 2013 Super Substance Cabernet Sauvignon Stoneridge has a sexy profile and has amble
black currants, licorice, graphite and spice to go with medium to full-bodied richness, ultrafine tannin, solid mid-palate concentration and a great finish. Like all of the wines here, the
winemaking is impeccable and while this can be enjoyed in its youth, it will have 15+ years of
longevity as well.”
This wine sells for $45 at the winery, but again, old friends and great deals make this available to you for:
$35 by the 6-pk or
$32 by the case
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And Now, for the weekly Grand Finale, here is a true show stopper! This blend of 45% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Cabernet Franc & 25% Merlot is BEAUTIFUL!! Here is what the critics have to say about this wine, and I know, sometimes the wine writers describe thing in a weird way, but they really like the wine 🙂
James Suckling says:
“This is very intense on the nose with asphalt and tar aromas as well as dark fruit and spices. Full-bodied, tannic and rich with lots of freshness and depth. Shows intensity and length. Just coming around. Layered and juicy.
And he gave it 93 points, so that’s good!
This wine sells for $70 at the winery, but because we like you, you can have it for:
$55 by the 6-pk or
$50 by the case
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Now here is another Beautiful wine, and spectacular package from Michael David. They are on a roll, and have really stepped up their game. This Lodi Chardonnay could easily sell for around $25 to $30, but we can now sell it to you for
$20 by the 6-pk or
$18 by the case
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And if you buy a full of any mix of Michael David wines you get a rebate coupon worth $42, making you final cost Much Lower. What a Deal!!
Now here is another Stellar Wine at a Great Price. Conn Creek Anthology 2015 Cabernet Sauvignon is availble online for between $50-$60, but we got a Great Deal and can offer it to you for a limited time for
$32 by the 6-pk or
$30 by the case
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* Only about 3 6-packs left, so….
And here is a wine from Walla Walla, from Spring Valley. I had never seen this wine in the market previously, Derby Cabernet Sauvignon 2016 (Sharilee Petit Verdot is Gonzo), but had an offer from one of my suppliers that I couldn’t resist. This wine normally sell for around $60 but with the deal we got, we can sell it to you for
$45 by the 6-pk or
$43 by the case
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And for something a bit different, but delicious, none-the-less, here is another one, but this time it is from Italy, and made by a Very good friend, and Amazing Winemaker, Lucio Gomiero, from Vignalta. This Brut Rose is made from a grape called Raboso Friularo, and drinks like a true Champagne Rose.
This wine is a Steal at $30!! Quantities are quite limited however, so it will be 1st come…..
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If you don’t take advantage of this feature, you don’t know what you are missing!!! And for the Deal of the Century, and something Incredibly Special, how about a Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon with some bottle age? I mean, some Real Bottle Age, but still drinking Incredibly, especially for the vintage which is 2000 (yes you read that right!). We drank a bottle with Christmas Prime Rib, and it was SOOOOO Gooood!!!
This wine normally sells for $100 a bottle, but we got a Great Deal, and can sell it to you for only
$50 a bottle by the 6-pk &
$48 a bottle in a mixed case
(& again, supply is quite limited at this price)
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Only 3 6-pks left
Michael-David (check out their Very Fun Website, which is like a trip to the Circus) https://michaeldavidwinery.com/ was selected as Winery of the Year, and their Freakshow Zin has been a huge success in our quarantine cases and Feature Sales, so we have decided to offer a couple of their other wines, and Great savings!
And for a Really Fun wine, how about some Petite Petit, which is a blend comprised of 85% Petite Sirah and 15% Petit Verdot, Petite Petit is a large, weighty, knock-your-socks-off type of wine! Showcasing aromas of dark fruit, raspberry and fig, this wine is layered with rich flavors of black cherry, cola and light oak on the palate. Dark, full bodied and deeply satisfying!
This wine also sells for $18 at the winery, but again, you can buy it for
$14 by the 6-pk or
$12 by the case
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And if you buy a full case of this wine, we will throw in a Magnum of either Earthquake Cabernet Sauvignon, Or Petite Petit at No Charge (while supplies last) !! Also, if you buy a whole case you also get a rebate coupon worth $42, making you final cost only $11.20 a bottle. What a Deal!!
First Feature this week is a Beautiful Rose from Italy. Fattoria Sardi in Tuscany, made with Organic grapes. This wine would normally sell for $25, however you can have it for
$15 by the 6-pk or
$13 by the case
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*Only 2 cases left, so…..
The first one is something we have been using at home for decades, and at the Bistro since we opened. It is made by my good friend Lucio Gomiero, Owner & Winemaker for Vignalta. This is a delicious Herbed Sea Salt, and will nicely enhance pretty much anything that you use it on. It comes in a 10.5 oz jar, and sells for $12.
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And this is another Sweet Deal, on a bottle of Whistle Pig Maple Syrup, which has been aged in Rye Whisky Barrels. It is, of course, Great on Pancakes & Waffles, but I like to use it in my Whisky Sours & Old Fashions, to replace the Simple Syrup, and give it a little more of a Whisky Kick (sssshhh, it’s a secret 🙂
$20 a bottle, and well worth the price!
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Now this one is Really Different, but Such a Deal. This little coupon is good for a Rebate of $42 if you buy a case of Michael David Wines, like Freakshow Zin, Cab, Petite Petit, Lodi Chardonnay or any mix of their wines. It is also good for $18 on a 6-pack or $8 on any 3 bottles. For example, if you buy a case of Freakshow Zin, after the rebate, you cost is $138 or Only $11.50 a bottle!!! I will give you a coupon when you come in to pick up your order of Michael David wines, but you will need to save your receipt.
Portale San Severo Montepulciano (I was able to get my hands on a few more cases 🙂
If you are looking for a very nice full-bodied Red, that drinks well on its own, and pairs well with Numerous foods, you don’t want to miss out on this little Gem. And it is Almost Free! Normally selling for $12 or more, I can offer this to you for
$10 a bottle by the 6-pack and
$8.50 by the case
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Bogle Phantom Chardonnay
A Hauntingly Delicious Wine. Phantom Chardonnay entices with its rich layers. Green apple and pear transform into spicy flavors of freshly baked apple pie, while barrel fermentation imparts a creamy, luscious mouthfeel. This wine normally sells for between $20 & $22, but here is the deal.
$16 a bottle by the 6-pack or
$15 a bottle by the case AND you get a Bogle T-Shirt at No Charge (Supplies are limited, so grab it while you can).
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Bogle Juggernaut Cabernet Sauvignon
Hillside vineyards are special, and so is the wine that is crafted from them. PURITY, INTENSITY AND SEAMLESS STRUCTURE: French oak beautifully transforms intense mountain fruit into a wine with uncommon richness, yet smooth and luxurious texture. Juggernaut Hillside Cabernet is a wine that is fierce, brave and delicious.
This wine normally sells for $20, but you can buy it for:
$18 a Bottle by the 6 Pk or
$16 a bottle by the Case AND you get a really cool Juggernaut Or Bogle T-shirt at No Charge. (Supplies are limited, so grab it while you can).
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Substance Chardonnay from Frenchman Hills Vineyard
Now this wine normally sells for $18-$20, but I can sell it for $13 a bottle by the 6-pk or
$12 a bottle by the mixed case
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K Syrah from Northridge Vineyard
This wine would normally sell for around $40 a bottle, but I can offer it to you for only
$28 by the mix-six pack or
$25 a bottle by the mixed case, or $300 for a case
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Otello Lugana
$15 by the 6-pack and
$13 by the Mixed Case!
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Fratelli Cozza Rose of Pinot Grigio
$14 a bottle for a mixed 6-pack or
$12 a bottle by the mixed case.
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K Vintners Lawrence Vineyard Viognier
Only about 2 cases of this Beautiful wine remaining, so….This wine would normally cost you around $48, but we can sell it to you for
$25 by the 6-pack and
$23 by the mixed case
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* Only 2 cases left, so….
St Francis Old Vine Zinfandel
Normally this would sell for about $25, but we can sell it to you for
$18 a bottle by the 6-pack or
$16 a bottle by the (mixed) case
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For a real Bargain of a deal, here is a nice daily drinker, in a 5 Year Blended Scotch. A Magnum of Bank Note will make for a good start, at only $44 for a 1 Liter bottle, all Wa St Liquor Taxes included in the price.
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Bogle Cabernet Sauvignon
normally selling for around $15 a bottle
$12 a bottle by the 6-pack or
$10 a bottle by the mixed case
And, as a special offer, if you buy a whole case of this wine, you can get a 3 liter bottle (equal to 4 bottles) for $30, which is only $7.50 a bottle.
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Four Vines Kinker Cab (Only 1 case left!)
Normally sells for around $23, we can offer it to you for
$17 when purchased by the 6-pack or
$15 when purchase by the (mixed) case.
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Ponzi Reserve Chardonnay
Normally would sell for around $50 a bottle, we can offer it to you for
$27 when purchased by the 6-pack or
$25 when purchase by the (mixed) case
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Masi Campofiorin Brolo 2013
This wine has been extremely popular, and we have sold a LOT of it, so I had an opportunity to purchase the remaining cases, at an even Better price!!
Normally over $30 a bottle, but while supplies last you can Now have it for:
$17 a bottle by the 6-pack or
$15 a bottle by a (mixed) case
Only about 2 6-packs left!
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Freakshow Zinfandel
$17 a bottle by the 6-pack,
or $15 a bottle by the case
Also, if you go for a full case of Freakshow Zinfandel, we will throw in a Magnum of either Earthquake Cabernet Sauvignon, Or Petite Petit at No Charge (while supplies last) !! And if you buy a whole case you also get a rebate coupon worth $42, making you final cost only $11.20 a bottle. What a Deal!!
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Viano Vineyards Chardonnay 2016
$12 a bottle or $72 for a 6-pack
or $10 a bottle for a full mixed case
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Emmolo Sauvignon Blanc 2017
$17 a bottle, or $102 by the 6-pack
or $15 a bottle for a full case!
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Peirano Old Vine Zinfandel & Petite Sirah
$13 a bottle by the 6-pack
or $12 a bottle by the case!
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Mullan Road
6 B – $180, or $30 a bottle.
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Berne Romance “Mediterranee Romance” Rose
$14 a bottle for a 6-pack
or $12 a bottle by the case!
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Please feel free to forward this email to any friends who might be interested in a nice case of wine, or a bottle or 2 of Spirits. I can get pretty much anything that is available in Washington.
Please see our menu at the bottom of this email, and it is also listed on our website, under Our Menu. There is also a dropdown menu with separate pages for different spirits, cocktails, wines etc. This part is being added daily, so please be patient, as it is a Lot of work, but it will be worth it 🙂
For indoor dining or dining on the Deck, reservations are highly recommended due to limited seating.
We ask that you please wear a mask when entering the Bistro, and when using the restrooms.
You can make your selections, and call (206) 365-4447 or if it goes to voicemail, please call my cell (425) 359-5558 at least 30-60 minutes before you want to pick your order up. We now prefer to have you pay when you arrive, so we can run your physical card, rather than entering the #s manually, as our system charges us nearly Double if we do it that way. We will walk your order out to your car. If you want a bottle of wine, to go with your dinner, just let us know what you want, or if you want me to pick something out for you, and we will add that to your bill. We are also offering a number of craft cocktails to go. Just add ice, or stir over ice, and Shazam, you can have a Craft Bistro Cocktail in the comfort of your own home.
Quarantine Case Sale Details:
Wine Case Sale Details!
I can still assemble a Quarantine A, B or C case for you, or a mixed 6-pack or case of the Feature Wines listed below.
Option A is a $150 case of 12 bottles, valued at about $200-$250, with as close to your mix as possible, with a couple nice bottles valued around $20-$30.
We are no longer able to fill Option A cases with All Red, so a minimum of 3 other bottles (White, Rose or Bubbles) will be included in your case. I can do All Red, If you are fine with a couple duplicates.
Option B is a Nicer $200 case of 12 bottles, valued at about $250-$300, with as close to your mix as possible, with a couple nicer bottles valued around $35-$50.
And we decided to up the offer for those of you looking for a step-up!
Option C is an even Nicer $300 case of 12 bottles, valued at about $350-$400, with as close to your mix as possible, with a couple nicer bottles valued around $60-$90, some as high as $125.
Just reply to this email with your preferred option A, B or C, and let me know when you would like to pick your case up. I will fill your custom case and it will be ready the same day or next day we are open.
Feel free to tell me if you want a mix of Red, White, Rose or Bubbles, and I will do my best to make up a case especially suited as close as possible to your request.
Please remember the New Wine Shop hours
Noon-7pm Wed-Fri & Noon-3 Sat
Takeout hours are 4-7 Wed & Thur and 4-8 Fri
Going forward, due to our new POS system, we will ask you to bring your credit card and pay for your order of food, wine or spirits, The new system charges us nearly twice the amount of fee, if we key the CC# in manually.
Let’s work together and get through this as unscathed as possible.
Sincerely
Ray, Sharon & the Bistro Crew
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And please remember, North City Bistro is All Ages All the Time (& we don’t charge cover for your kids under 18:)!
Thanks
Ray, Sharon & the Bistro Crew
